Chilmark as we remember it is still here! Under all that snow the spring bulbs were persevering and are now visible in most spots. The dark rainy days were welcome and now we are ready for some sunshine.

On Sunday morning enough snow had melted to reveal a huge patch of purple crocuses. They hadn’t fully opened but you could tell they were purple.

It is the aloe plants that soar and thrive. They make me feel like I have a green thumb and have become my verdant companions.

Spring is upon us. Lily Walter of Slip Away Farm tells me that they still have a few memberships available in their CSA program. To sign up, call the farmhouse at 508-627-7465 or visit slipawayfarm.com.

Participants at last week’s final winter walk at the Polly Hill Arboretum got an unexpected treat: a chance to view a traveling exhibit, Vanishing Acts: Trees Under Threat. Polly Hill is the only New England arboretum to host the exhibit, which aims to bring awareness to endangered trees.

In hiring and supervising members of his family, Oak Bluffs ambulance and fire chief John Rose broke conflict of interest rules, the state ethics commission said Monday. But the commission declined to fine Mr. Rose or call for a hearing, instead sending a letter explaining requirements of the law.

Richard and Pia Leonard of West Tisbury, announce the engagement of their daughter, Tonya Leonard, to Joshua Robert Katz, son of Neal and Susan Katz.

In memory of Laurel Chapman, a longtime officer of the Friends of the Vineyard Haven Library, a series of free cooking classes is planned at the library, featuring well-known Island chefs.

St. Andrew’s Church is offering a new, relaxed form of worship service beginning this Sunday, March 22, at 4 p.m. in the parish hall.

Talented students take center stage at the Oak Bluffs School this weekend for its 17th annual talent show. A live house band of professional musicians accompanies the young artists.